Trot singer Hong Jin Young is set to appear on MBC Every1‘s variety show “Weekly Idol.” The star will become the first Trot singer to guest on the program. Hong Jin Young will appear on the January 7 edition of the show, which airs at 6 p.m. in Korea. “Weekly Idol” co-host Jung Hyung Don said… Continue reading Hong Jin Young Becomes First Trot Star to Appear on “Weekly Idol”
Category: Variety
GOT7’s Jackson and KARA’s Youngji Bicker About Marriage on “Roommate”
The maknae line of SBS variety program “Roommate,” GOT7’s Jackson and KARA’s Youngji, recently caused laughter after getting into a cute argument. On the January 6 broadcast of “Roommate,” Lee Gook Joo made a joking statement: “I’m getting married to Lee Dong Wook.” After hearing this, Jackson asked her, “Mom, then is Lee Dong Wook hyung my… Continue reading GOT7’s Jackson and KARA’s Youngji Bicker About Marriage on “Roommate”
Kim Jong Kook Reveals He Supported His Brother Financially for Medical School
As one of the MCs, Kim Jong Kook invites Kim Jong Myung, his brother, as a guest for the upcoming episode of JTBC’s “Everybody.” The episode talks about how one can look younger, and Kim Jong Myung, who is a plastic surgeon, contributes his knowledge to the show. While introducing his brother to the other… Continue reading Kim Jong Kook Reveals He Supported His Brother Financially for Medical School
“Infinity Challenge” to Air “Home Alone” Special in MBC Headquarters in Upcoming Episode
MBC‘s long-running variety program “Infinity Challenge” will be airing a “Home Alone” special on January 10. In the episode, the members of “Infinity Challenge” will invade the MBC headquarters building as robbers. In the empty building, the members will be completing missions given to them by a mysterious Kevin character whose identity has yet to… Continue reading “Infinity Challenge” to Air “Home Alone” Special in MBC Headquarters in Upcoming Episode
“Roommate” to Air Korean New Year Special, New Casting in Works
SBS‘ celebrity home-sharing variety program “Roommate” will be airing a special spin-off episode for the Korean New Year in February. An SBS personnel told Star News on January 7, “We are currently preparing a one-episode spin-off special for the Korean New Year.” The production staff has also allegedly begun searching for new cast members, although… Continue reading “Roommate” to Air Korean New Year Special, New Casting in Works
Video: Hello Venus “Wiggles” on After School Club
Everyone loves hearing their favorite idols speak English – it is usually adorable and/or really impressive. What’s the number one show that showcases idols in all of their English-y glory? Arirang’s “After School Club” (ASC)! With the first episode of the new year, MCs Kevin from U-KISS and Eric Nam had two wishes for 2015’s ASC: girl groups… Continue reading Video: Hello Venus “Wiggles” on After School Club
Seo Jang Hoon in Discussion for Role on MBC’s New “Pet Variety Show”
Former basketball player Seo Jang Hoon is a strong candidate to appear on MBC’s new “Pet Variety Show” (working title), the follow-up to “Dad! Where Are We Going?,” according to a representative from the network. While it is likely he will appear, “final discussions regarding the cast are still ongoing,” they said. “Pet Variety Show”… Continue reading Seo Jang Hoon in Discussion for Role on MBC’s New “Pet Variety Show”
JTBC’s “Abnormal Summit” Reveals New Panels from Nepal, Australia, and Russia
JTBC’s “Abnormal Summit” revealed the identities of the new panels many have been waiting for. The new members are each from Russia, Australia, and Nepal, and have appeared in the show as guest panels for previous episodes. The new members all showed great proficiency in Korean and have been complimented by netizens as compatible with… Continue reading JTBC’s “Abnormal Summit” Reveals New Panels from Nepal, Australia, and Russia
Park Jin Young Wrote Uhm Jung Hwa’s Hit Song While Drinking Soju
Park Jin Young wrote on his personal Twitter to praise Uhm Jung Hwa after watching her performance on “Infinity Challenge” and to talk about the process of writing one of the songs she performed on the show. Uhm Jung Hwa performed on the “Infinity Challenge” special “Saturday Saturday Is a Singer,” which featured 90’s legends performing their… Continue reading Park Jin Young Wrote Uhm Jung Hwa’s Hit Song While Drinking Soju
M.I.B’s Kangnam and After School’s Lizzy on a Date for “Hello Stranger”
A behind-the-scenes photo from MBC’s variety show “Hello Stranger” shows After School’s Lizzy and M.I.B’s Kangnam sweetly smiling and posing for the camera. In the previous episode of “Hello Stranger,” Lizzy and Kangnam left for a friendship trip together. Lizzy joined the “Hello Stranger” members for their second city tour to Busan. Lizzy and Kangnam… Continue reading M.I.B’s Kangnam and After School’s Lizzy on a Date for “Hello Stranger”